Jessica Incledon

Senior Associate

Jessica Incledon is a senior criminal defence lawyer at Ashworth Lawyers, with over 11 years’ experience representing clients in serious and complex criminal matters across Queensland.

She appears regularly in the Magistrates, District, and Supreme Courts, acting in matters including drug trafficking, serious violence, sexual offences, and complex procedural applications. Jessica is known for her strategic approach to litigation and her ability to identify and advance the strongest available defence.

Background

Jessica holds a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Psychological Science from Griffith University and was admitted to practice in 2015.

Her dual background supports a measured and analytical approach to criminal defence. She combines detailed legal knowledge with a practical understanding of client circumstances, allowing her to develop clear, outcome-focused strategies from an early stage.

Experience

Jessica represents clients across a wide range of criminal matters, with a focus on serious and indictable offences.

Her experience includes:

Drug trafficking – Supreme Court, Brisbane
Acted for a client charged with trafficking in methylamphetamine with a prior trafficking history. The primary issue on sentence was the impact of a term of imprisonment on the client’s dependants.

Assault occasioning bodily harm (domestic violence) – Magistrates Court, Holland Park
Defended a contested matter where the central issue at trial was self-defence.

Supply of dangerous drugs and proceeds offences – District Court, Brisbane
Represented a client facing multiple drug supply charges and possession of property derived from offending. Key issues included the legality of an emergent police search and the admissibility of evidence.

Assault and assault with intent to steal – District Court, Brisbane (sentence appeal)
Acted on an appeal against sentence, with a focus on parity with co-offenders and the weight to be given to compensation.

Rape – District Court, Brisbane
Appeared in a serious sexual offence matter involving significant considerations relating to visa cancellation and the risk of immigration detention.

Unlawful possession of weapons – Magistrates Court, Beaudesert
Acted in a matter involving Category D, H and R weapons, with a focus on the consequences of a recorded conviction for licensing.

Dangerous operation causing grievous bodily harm – Children’s Court, Stanthorpe
Represented a youth in proceedings resolved by referral to Youth Justice Conferencing.

Sexual assault – Magistrates Court, Southport
Appeared in a sexual offence matter involving early assessment of evidentiary issues and resolution strategy.

Armed robbery – Supreme Court, Brisbane (Bail Application)
Successfully acted in a bail application where the central issue was the risk of further offending.

Contravention of domestic violence order – Magistrates Court, Redcliffe
Represented a client charged with breaching a DVO during the operational period of a suspended sentence.

Obstruct police – Magistrates Court, Maroochydore
Made representations resulting in the charge being withdrawn and replaced with an infringement notice.

If you require advice or representation in a criminal matter, contact Ashworth Lawyers to arrange a confidential consultation with Jessica Incledon. Early steps can make a significant difference to the outcome of your case.